Comparison

Mini Golf Challenge vs Golf Fanta

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Mini Golf Challenge

Experience realistic miniature golf with intuitive touch controls for aiming and power. Track your scores automatically and share achievements. Offers multiple game modes for solo play and practice.

Highlights
  • Intuitive touch controls
  • Automatic scorekeeping
  • Shareable achievements
  • Multiple gameplay modes
  • Free Play practice mode
  • Universal app support
Features
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Enjoy the thrill of miniature golf on your iPhone or iPad. Touch the head of your putter, pulling it back slightly, and then push it forward. How fast you push it forward determines how hard your shot will be, and how far the ball will go. The View Button zooms out to let you see a bird’s eye view of the current hole. The Path Button lets you see the view from your ball to the cup, to help you line up your shot. The normal top-down view has two curved arrow buttons, to turn the angle you are facing the ball, and will affect the direction of your shot. Automatically keeps score. Optionally shares your accomplishments via email, instant messaging, or social media. Multiple gameplay modes: - 1 Player, Course 1 (holes 1-9) - 1 Player, Course 2 (holes 10-18) - 1 Player, Full Course (holes 1-18) - Free Play practice whatever hole you wish Challenging for all ages. Universal App - supports iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad, including standard, Retina, and iPhone X displays.

About

Golf Fanta

Experience realistic 3D golf with intuitive controls and advanced physics. Compete in real-time multiplayer battles, tournaments, and challenges. Upgrade your gear and customize your play style for a fun and strategic golf adventure.

Highlights
  • Realistic 3D golf gameplay
  • Intuitive drag-and-release controls
  • Real-time 1v1 multiplayer battles
  • Upgradeable clubs and customizable balls
  • Multiple game modes: Tournaments, Closest to Pin, Race Challenges
  • Daily challenges and achievements
Features
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Welcome to Golf Fanta, where you can experience the perfect blend of realistic golf and casual fun! Step onto stunning, Golf Fanta brings the thrill of real golf to your fingertips which are designed for both beginners and seasoned players. With intuitive drag-and-release controls and advanced physics, each swing delivers unmatched realism and precision. Key features: - Realistic golf gameplay, smooth and intuitive controls for an authentic golf feel. - Real-time multiplayer battles with fair matchmaking. - Upgradeable clubs and choose your own balls to customize your play style. Special mechanic by using "Gear" to make your shot better. - Friendly for beginners, deep enough for skilled players. 100% Free to Play, with optional in-app purchases for faster progression. Core gameplay: - Pull back, aim carefully, and release to send your ball flying! Win thrilling real-time 1v1 matches and climb the ranks to prove your skill against players around the world. Game modes: 1. Head-to-Head (1v1): Face off in quick, strategic matches where every stroke counts. Bring along your customized golf bag and show off your skills. 2. Tournaments: Compete through a 9-hole challenging course and fight for the top leaderboard spot. 5 courses included Central Green, Palm Dunes Resort, Highland Green, Cactus Valley, and Skyline offer unique challenges and hazards. 3. Closest to Pin: One shot, one chance! Land nearest to the hole to win big! If you're confident in your skills, try playing lucky for double rewards 4. Race Challenges: 8 players compete at once and only the fastest golfer wins. This quick mode will bring you more fun in Golf Fanta. 5. Daily Challenges & Achievements: Complete variety of tasks, earn rewards and level up as you master more challenging courses. Why you’ll love Golf Fanta Whether you're aiming for a quick round or grinding your way to the top, Golf Fanta delivers a mix of relaxation, strategy, and competition. Perfect for casual play and deep enough to satisfy real golf fans. Can you master the fantasy fairway and become the next Golf Fanta Champion? Terms and conditions: https://www.nextwaystudio.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy policy: https://www.nextwaystudio.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Mini Golf Challenge4 screens
Golf Fanta4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Golf Fanta at Free against Mini Golf Challenge's $1.99. Golf Fanta also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 30 months). Mini Golf Challenge's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Golf Fanta is free to download; Mini Golf Challenge costs $1.99 up front. Golf Fanta sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Mini Golf Challenge asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.0 for Mini Golf Challenge against 3.0 for Golf Fanta. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mini Golf Challenge ships an update every 30 months, Golf Fanta every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Mini Golf Challenge versus Golf Fanta: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMini Golf ChallengeGolf Fanta
Price$1.99Free — better
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyEvery 30 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB237 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperMagnin & AssociatesNEXTWAY STUDIO COMPANY LIMITED

Customer experience

Mini Golf Challenge

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Golf Fanta

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Mini Golf Challenge

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Golf Fanta

One-time10
  • Closest To Pin Tickets — Small$0.99
  • Welcome Pack$1.99
  • Closest To Pin Tickets — Medium$1.99
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  • Medium Gem Pack$1.99
  • Closest To Pin Tickets — Large$4.99
  • Huge Gem Pack$9.99
  • Eagle Pass$9.99
  • Pass Upgrade$9.99
  • Mega Gem Pack$19.99
  • Champion Pass$19.99

Questions

Is Mini Golf Challenge free?
Mini Golf Challenge costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Golf Fanta free?
Golf Fanta is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Mini Golf Challenge or Golf Fanta?
Mini Golf Challenge and Golf Fanta are both rated 3.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Mini Golf Challenge or Golf Fanta have ads?
Golf Fanta shows ads; Mini Golf Challenge does not.
Which is updated more often, Mini Golf Challenge or Golf Fanta?
Mini Golf Challenge ships an update every 30 months, and Golf Fanta every 2 weeks. Most recently, Mini Golf Challenge was updated on November 3, 2026 and Golf Fanta on October 30, 2026.

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